Signal Processing and Data Acquisition Electronics

The contract seeks the development of high-speed analog and digital electronics designed for the real-time conditioning, amplification, and digitization of signals from photodetectors, with seamless integration into NIST’s existing data acquisition systems. The work requires advanced engineering expertise in signal processing to ensure precision, low noise, and temporal accuracy, particularly for applications demanding fast response and high fidelity in measurement environments. The electronics must be engineered for reliability and compatibility with NIST’s calibration and scientific measurement infrastructures, supporting experiments that rely on accurate photonic signal capture and conversion. Performance of this work is designated to take place in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and the contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 334318, indicating it falls within the manufacturing of electronic components and products. The opportunity was posted on July 10, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Commerce through NIST, emphasizing the technical rigor and scientific standards expected. Proposals must demonstrate technical feasibility, proven experience in high-speed electronics design, and a clear path for integration into NIST’s current data acquisition frameworks.